Radio Tower Technician

Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia State Police is seeking a Radio Tower Technician to install and maintain communication systems essential for public safety. This role requires extensive technical knowledge, the ability to work at heights, and the capability to manage emergencies effectively. Successful candidates will join a diverse team dedicated to excellence in public service within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must inspect and maintain various radio communications equipment.
• Capable of climbing heights of up to 400 feet.
• Extensive travel throughout the state is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and inspect towers and antennas.
• Repair communications equipment on routine and emergency basis.
• Work on-call for 24-hour service and climb heights.

Skills

Repair and maintenance of emergency power plants

Knowledge of antenna system operation

General carpentry

Use of hand and power tools

Education

Valid Virginia Driver's License

National Association of Tower Erectors certification

Tools

Electric welder

Acetylene torch

Metal lathe

Drill press

Job description

Title: Radio Tower Technician DSP03460

State Role Title: Electronic Technician II

Hiring Range: Negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of State Police

Location:North Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website:vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Radio Tower Technician in our Communications Division at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The successful candidate will install, maintain, and inspect towers, other support structures, antennas, emergency power plants, transfer switch gear and related buildings and structures for the Department of State Police and other public safety agencies. Inspects and maintains microwave and base station antenna, transmission line, radio tower lighting system, and related equipment mounted on poles, towers and other structures working at heights of up to 400 feet. Repair communications equipment/structures for State Police and that of other agencies on a routine and emergency basis to maintain or restore service to communications systems.

About the Agency:

We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the VSP family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with VSP!

VSP embraces inclusion and diversity in our workforce and in the protection of all people. We embrace our tradition of professionalism and excellence, and we are excited for our future as we continue our journey to become a best-in-class state government agency. We are firmly committed to our family-like culture and are seeking to expand our team.

Minimum Qualifications

•Demonstrated knowledge of repair and maintenance of propane, diesel emergency power plants, and associated switch gear, and of electricity and the operation of electrical test equipment.
•Knowledge of antenna system operation, technologies, and installation on towers and associated structures.
•Skill in general carpentry and the use of hand and power tools.
•Ability to maintain, repair, and install emergency power plants, switching gear, fuel systems and associated equipment; to operate electric welder, acetylene torch, metal lathe, drill press, and other power equipment; to install and repair radio tower antennas, lighting systems, and tower equipment; to work rotating shifts; to respond to calls for emergency service on a 24-hour basis, when necessary, to establish, restore, or prevent service outages; to climb heights of 400 feet; and to lift 50 pounds without assistance. Must weigh less than 280 lbs., and have a waist girth no greater than 60 inches.
•Must live within 50 miles of State Police Head Quarters (SPHQ) located at 7700 Midlothian Turnpike, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23235.
•Valid Virginia Driver's License.
•National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE) approved competent climber, advanced climber, and tower rescue certification.
•Continued employment contingent upon successful completion and maintenance of National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE) approved competent climber, advanced climber and tower rescue certification.
•Extensive overnight travel throughout the state required.

Additional Considerations

•First aid and CPR certification preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on July 2, 2025. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.
PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Employment Unit of the Human Resources Division at [e-mail].

The Department of State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend employment opportunities to qualified individuals on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

(V)alor (S)ervice (P)ride

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.